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Pope Leo XIV rejects formal same-sex blessings

2026-04-28T08:15:10+01:00

Pope Leo XIV indicated on Thursday (23 April) that he will maintain the Catholic Church’s current stance on LGBTQ+ issues, reaffirming support for informal blessings of same-sex couples while rejecting any move toward formal recognition. Speaking at a news conference after an 11-day tour of Africa, the pope emphasised that the Vatican would not go […]

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Man arrested in connection with fire at Milton Keynes LGBTQ+ club Pink Punters

2026-04-28T08:15:10+01:00

Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at Milton Keynes LGBTQ+ nightclub Pink Punters. In the early hours of Sunday (26 April) morning, a fire broke out at the club on an outside balcony. The club was evacuated while firefighters attended […]

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Two more Women’s Institute branches vote to close over trans ban

2026-04-28T08:15:10+01:00

Two Bristol branches of the Women’s Institute have voted to close after the National Federation announced it would ban trans women from joining. Longwell Green and Westbury-on-Trym’s disbanding come in solidarity with the trans community. Westbury-on-Trym WI committee member Frances Riley told Bristol 247 that Women’s Institute members were asked to sign a form confirming […]

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Journalist cuts Trump down with one simple question about a “pedophile” accusation

2026-04-28T08:15:09+01:00

"I'm not a pedophile," Trump claimed, prompting the question.

Surrogacy is a great way to build a family. But be prepared for challenges along the way.

2026-04-28T08:15:08+01:00

The more you understand what can go wrong in a surrogacy journey, the better equipped you are to navigate it with clarity and confidence.

Soccer star could miss part of World Cup after suspension over homophobic slur

2026-04-28T08:15:08+01:00

What started as allegations of racism turned into a suspension for homophobia.

The Trump-nominated EEOC head wants to end diversity programs. One organization is fighting back.

2026-04-28T08:15:07+01:00

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is accused of anti-LGBTQ+ bias.

Remember when a GOP congressman exploded at a Democrat who called Trump the “grifter-in-chief”?

2026-04-28T08:15:07+01:00

He didn’t seem to care when a Republican shouted slurs during a committee hearing, but when a Democrat insulted Donald Trump….

Pope opposes German bishops, says church shouldn’t bless same-sex couples

2026-04-28T08:15:06+01:00

LGBTQ+ Catholic groups welcomed the Pope's comments as an overdue clarification of the Church's priorities.

Drag Race royalty Marina Summers will be the first trans person to host Miss Universe Philippines

2026-04-28T08:15:05+01:00

"So honored to be [making] herstory again."

“Very weird stuff”: Donald Trump endorses changing ICE acronym to troll the media

2026-04-28T08:15:05+01:00

"DO IT," Trump said.

Donald & Melania Trump tell ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel for allegedly stoking violence

2026-04-28T08:15:04+01:00

Kimmel's comedy segment mocked the president and his wife, but didn't call for violence.

Trump administration is trying to make it harder for trans people to buy guns

2026-04-28T08:15:04+01:00

The controversy comes amid reports that trans Americans have been increasingly arming themselves as protection against the Trump administration.

Maine residents file legal challenge to anti-trans ballot referendum

2026-04-28T08:15:03+01:00

A group of Maine residents have filed a lawsuit to remove this fall’s ballot question aimed at banning trans student athletes from participating in girls’ sports and limiting school bathroom and locker-room access for gender nonconforming individuals. Reports LGBTQ Nation: The lawsuit filed by three Maine residents claims that an additional 7,000 signatures [of the 80K […]

Trans equality gets 2 major wins in court while the EU strikes down Hungary’s anti-LGBTQ+ law

2026-04-27T08:15:07+01:00

Here are the top stories of the week that you might have missed.

Remember when a GOP governor lied to a rally about kids using litterboxes in classrooms?

2026-04-27T08:15:06+01:00

Gov. Greg Abbott pushed a bill to ban kids from defecating in classrooms but refused to give an example of that happening anywhere in the state.

New rules allow more queer Australians to give blood: Let’s “give the gift of life”

2026-04-27T08:15:06+01:00

"For the first time in my life, I was able to donate blood today,” said an activist who fought for decades for the change.

Drag queens mock MAGA figures in jaw-dropping event while raising over $25K for ACLU

2026-04-27T08:15:05+01:00

"The goal isn’t to diminish women, it’s to challenge power, expose the blatant hypocrisy, and create space for audiences to laugh, think, and respond."

Did you know these queer women-owned brands even existed?

2026-04-27T08:15:04+01:00

From everyday essentials to standout finds, these queer women-owned brands are brands worth knowing and shopping.

These 10 banned LGBTQ+ books for teens and young adults teach resilience & authenticity

2026-04-27T08:15:04+01:00

Young readers would benefit from reading these banned LGBTQ+ books for teens and young adults.